Fleet Electrification and Utility Collaboration
Summary As the world continues to grapple with the challenges of climate change and environmental impacts, the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) has become more critical than ever. One of the most promising developments in this arena is the rise of electric fleets. These fleets, which consist of electric cars, buses, trucks, and other vehicles,…
Leadership
Leadership is the ability to guide, influence, or direct individuals or groups toward achieving goals. It involves a combination of skills, behaviors, and attributes that inspire others to follow.
Utility Wildfire Mitigation
Summary Disruptive events have increased significantly over the last decade. Utilities and ratepayers are now beginning to experience the impact of the cost of these storms. As an example, in order to cover rising insurance premiums that have increased 1888% over five years due to recent wildfire events, Rocky Mountain Power is asking for a…
Performance Based Rates
Summary Performance Based Rates (PBR) provide a promise and opportunity for investor-owned utilities to seek a higher rate of return from the traditional cost of service model. The concept and implementation have evolved over the past two decades in adding value for utilities and consumers. When used effectively, they promote state policy objectives and utilities…
Wind Paired with Storage
Summary Imagine a time when over half of our power generation is supplied by renewable and sustaining sources of energy. In this imagined time there are ample assets ready and available to generate additional energy. Wind generation is an important part of renewable power generation and part of the solution for achieving this goal. Wind…